1996 Nissan Stagea vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Nissan Stagea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Stagea | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Stagea | Frontier |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |